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Detailed bike, kit and accessory reviews from the experts at Cycling Weekly, helping you buy with confidence.
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Freya Active Dynamic Sports Bra review - my new favourite go-to for high intensity exercise
An encapsulation style sports bra which suits those seeking plenty of support during high intensity activity
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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The Orucase B2 Bike Travel Case reviewed: the most compact, rolling bike case on the market
This compact bike case best serves those with multimodal trips or limited rental car space
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Hutchinson Challenger Tubeless Tires review – hard wearing but hard to mount
Tubeless tires that should see you through most of the year - once you've got them on the rims that is
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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Wilier Granturismo SLR review - proves that comfort can be fast (if you're happy to pay for it)
A bike that blends compliance and agility for a fantastic ride, but limitations prevent the all-dayer becoming an all-roader
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Polarizing & Plush: the Fox 32 TC gravel suspension fork reviewed
We put the Fox 32 gravel suspension fork to the test and came away impressed
By Charlie Kohlmeier Published
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New Merida Silex first ride review: Was this Mohorič's World Champs winning secret weapon?
The new Merida Silex is a bike-packing gravel bike that has won the UCI Gravel World Championships, and I think I know why
By Joe Baker Published
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Scicon Aerocomfort 3.0 Road Bike Travel Bag review - hassle-free with very little disassembly required
Used by UAE-Team Emirates' riders and for good reason - it’s a market leader. If you’ve got the funds, buy it
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Quoc Escape Off-Road cycling shoes review - undercutting Giro and Fizik's mid-range models
These shoes aren't perfect, but they do deliver a solid performance for less than the big-name brands
By Andy Turner Published
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Giant Revolt Advanced Pro 0 gravel bike review - top of its class
The feature-laden Giant Revolt came top in our gravel bike grouptest - here’s what sets it apart
By Daniel Baines Published
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Abus 6206K Goose Lock review - exceptionally easy to transport and use
Not the most secure lock but certainly one of the easiest to transport
By Emma Silversides Published
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Zefal AFA 8 Plus bottle cage tool holder review – a surefire way of never forgetting your multi-tool
The Zefal AFA 8 Plus is a good accessory to add to your gravel bike before your next adventure, just try and keep it behind a full bidon
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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Unmatched value for the money: Decathlon's Triban RC 520 reviewed
The Triban RC520 is undoubtedly one of the best value for money road bikes on the market.
By Joe Baker Published
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Is the Pinarello Dogma X an all-road bike? Our thoughts after 50km of road and gravel riding
A softer Dogma F with space for 35mm tyres
By Joe Baker Published
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Assos Equipe RS Winter Bib Tights S9 review - can they justify their $440/£345 price tag?
Perhaps the ultimate bib tights and versatile enough for warmer winter days
By Owen Rogers Published
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Cannondale CAAD Optimo 4 review - an entry-level racer for a good price
A value-oriented aluminum road bike with predictable handling on flat and level roads
By Greg Kaplan Published
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Smith Optics Trace MIPS review - packed with safety features yet still breathable
We check out the the brand's best selling road bike helmet to see what all the fuss is about
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Rosti Roster cycling jeans reviewed: not your regular old Levi's and worth every penny
Rosti designed the first and only stretch denim jeans for cycling. But are they comfortable?
By Arch Bernard Published
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New Wilier Adlar first ride thoughts after 150kms of technical Italian gravel
Capable geometry and stellar tire clearance make the Wilier Adlar a great choice for rough riding and bikepacking
By Joe Baker Published
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Zefal Z Hydro Race 1.5L hydration bag review - low price and low weight, excellent for short gravel races
Wallet-friendly, lightweight and minimalist - an excellent option for those getting into gravel racing
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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Specialized/Fjallraven S/F Handlebar Pocket review – compact option that's great for weekend rides
A good little product better suited to weekend rides than multi-day trips
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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Fulcrum Speed 42 wheels review – light, fast and very good in crosswinds
The Fulcrum Speed 42 wheels are a subtly good pair of wheels that are evidently well made and ride excellently. Just be ready to part with a significant figure to get hold of them
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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Durable year-round: a long term review of Bontrager's H2 Hard-Case Lite Hybrid tire
We tested Bontrager's $40/£29.99 city bike tire and came away impressed
By Katie Burke Published
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Kask Elemento review - it’s the most expensive helmet we’ve had on test
Kask's new range-topping helmet is claimed to be safer, more aero and more ventilated - here’s how it performed in practice
By Sam Gupta Published
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DMT KR SL road shoe review - five grams lighter than the BOA equipped version
Great ventilation and a super stiff sole
By Andy Turner Published
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Kona Rove AL 650 review - a big-tired, big-on-fun bike for under $/£1,100
The Kona Rove AL 650 is big-tired, big-on-fun bike but brakes leaves something to be desired
By Tim Peck Published
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The Factor O2 VAM is light and stiff - though we had to check some QC concerns
The Factor O2 VAM is 6.3kg of pure superbike
By Joe Baker Published
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Tenways CGO600 Pro e-bike review - comfy commuter with easy maintenance
More of a cruiser bike than superbike, the Tenways CGO600 Pro is perfect for a daily commute and impresses with its 50+-mile range
By Kristin Jenny Published
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Salsa Journeyer GRX 700c review - perfect for those just starting to explore gravel
Salsa’s Journeyer is a versatile gravel bike that’s just as comfortable eating up easy dirt road miles as on a multi-day bikepacking trip
By Tim Peck Published
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Specialized Sirrus X 5.0 review - gimmick or great?
A radical new frame design is the headline act but does it result in an award winning performance?
By Luke Friend Published